Parnassia cabulica
Family: Saxifragaceae
What it is like
Parnassia cabulica is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Height (m): 0
Where it is found
Found in the montane to loer alpine zones.
E. Asia - Himalayas from Afghanistan to Pakistan and Kashmir.
Conservation Status:
Countries/locations it is found in
How it is used
Food
Rating: 0
Medicine
Rating: 2
The entire plant is used in Tibetan medicine, it is said to have a bitter taste and a cooling potency. Anti-inflammatory and cholagogue, it is used in the treatment of inflammation and fevers, plus various contagious infections.
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How it is grown
241067
Propagating it:
Best place to grow: Cultivated Beds;
Habit: Perennial
Hardiness:
Growth:
Soil: Light (sandy), medium, heavy (clay)
Shade: Semi-shade, no shade
Moisture: Moist